Strathcona Edmonton Homes

University Area

Overview

Welcome to beautiful Strathcona one of Edmonton's premier cultural centres. Strathcona is home to some of the most scenic views that one can find in Edmonton punctuated with some of the most gorgeous architecture. Within Strathcona exists it's own personal culture, one that cannot be experienced without visiting the renowned neighbourhood.

Spotlight: Strathcona Edmonton

People who love the outdoors will love that the North Saskatchewan River Valley is located close to the suburb with Mill Creek Ravine is to the east. Arts and culture enthusiasts will enjoy close proximity to Old Strathcona, which, beginning in the 1980s, was rejuvenated into an entertainment and commercial hub.

Strathcona Edmonton homes enjoy a central location with great public transport that makes it easy to get around the University Area, as well as to other parts of the city. With a huge number of parks, events and festivals to visit year-round, there's always something to do to entertain the family.

Resources & Recreation Around Strathcona Property

The biggest and best park in Strathcona has to be Queen Elizabeth Park, with its 75 acres of beautiful riverside land that has stood since Strathcona property was first developed in 1907. The park has walking and cycling trails year-round, as well as picnic sites for the whole family to enjoy in the summertime. It's also close to the Kinsmen Sports Centre (or KSC), which was home to the 1978 Commonwealth Games and the 2005 World Masters Games for watersports and table tennis.

Also near Stratchona real estate is Muttart Conservatory, otherwise known as the Pyramids. This structure is one of the most iconic structures in the city, and here you can check out the vibrant, colourful and inspirational plant life Edmonton has to offer. This architecturally designed structure is a must-see attraction for visitors and locals.

Transportation & Schools

Getting around town from Strathcona homes is easy. The area is well serviced by bus and light rail routes and driving is a breeze - it's just a quick drive over the 105th or 109th Street Bridges. Strathcona is a good, central location that provides good access to downtown Edmonton, Whyte Avenue and other areas of the city. The neighbourhood has a number of high-rise apartment buildings that are located near major traffic routes that access downtown, the university and other employment hubs in the city.

Community Profile: Strathcona Edmonton Homes

The community of Strathcona Edmonton homes was named for Lord Strathcona, who was the Hudson's Bay Company's Governor from 1889-1914. He was the man chosen to drive the "last spike" of the CPR transcontinental railway. Originally its own city, Strathcona amalgamated with Edmonton in 1912. The neighbourhood is a part of, and should not be confused with Old Strathcona, even though much of the Strathcona neighbourhood is in Old Strathcona.

Today, this neighbourhood is famous for its lively arts and culture scene, as well as stunning views of the North Saskatchewan River and the Mill Creek Ravine. Residents also love living near the University of Alberta, and enjoying all of the outdoor activities available in the river valley. The boundaries of Strathcona are Whyte Avenue to the south, Saskatchewan Drive to the north, Mill Creek Ravine to the east and 107 Street to the west. As of 2012, 8,984 people call Strathcona home.

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Listing information last updated on May 25th, 2019 at 7:46am CDT.

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